Sri Lanka · Retirement Visa

My Dream Home Visa Programme

By António Mira, Founder · Member, Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCIAP) & Portuguese-Saudi Business Council (PSBC)
Compiled from official sources · pending independent re-check · Last checked 2026-06-22 · Our methodology
4/10 diff
Moderate

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
€1,308/mo
Processing
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Not required

At a Glance

Visa Duration
24 months
Processing Time
Min Income
€1,308/mo
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
4/10 — Moderate

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age RangeUnder 100
Job Offer RequiredNo
Sponsorship RequiredNo
Health Insurance RequiredYes

Financial Requirements

ItemAmount
Minimum Income€1,308/mo
Minimum Savings€13,080

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Colombo
Single (monthly)€352
Family (monthly)€1,656
Rent 1BR (center)€175
Groceries€102
Transport pass€6
Kandy
Single (monthly)€276
Family (monthly)€812
Rent 1BR (center)€128
Groceries€87
Transport pass€4
Galle
Single (monthly)€286
Family (monthly)€841
Rent 1BR (center)€138
Groceries€87
Transport pass€4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the My Dream Home Visa Programme?

The My Dream Home Visa Programme is an immigration pathway offered by Sri Lanka. It falls under the Retirement Visa category.

What are the financial requirements for the My Dream Home Visa Programme?

Applicants need minimum income of €1,308/mo, minimum savings of €13,080. Additional costs may include relocation expenses, insurance, and document attestation.

Can the My Dream Home Visa Programme lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Sri Lanka?

Yes. Sri Lanka offers 6 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Sri Lanka country page.

What is the cost of living in Sri Lanka?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Colombo: €352/mo; Kandy: €276/mo; Galle: €286/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Official source

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Data last verified: 2026-06-22 · See our methodology

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